#1
Which hormone regulates the sleep-wake cycle?
Melatonin
ExplanationRegulates sleep-wake cycles.
#2
What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
To produce hormones and regulate bodily functions
ExplanationProduces hormones and regulates bodily functions.
#3
What is the hormone responsible for the 'fight or flight' response in stressful situations?
Adrenaline
ExplanationResponsible for the 'fight or flight' response in stressful situations.
#4
What is the hormone responsible for stimulating milk production in lactating women?
Prolactin
ExplanationStimulates milk production in lactating women.
#5
What is the function of the thyroid gland?
Producing hormones that control metabolism
ExplanationProduces hormones that control metabolism.
#6
What is the function of the hormone insulin?
Regulating blood sugar levels
ExplanationRegulates blood sugar levels.
#7
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic bodily functions like heart rate and breathing?
Hypothalamus
ExplanationRegulates basic bodily functions like heart rate and breathing.
#8
Which gland is often referred to as the 'master gland' for its role in regulating other endocrine glands?
Pituitary gland
ExplanationRegulates other endocrine glands.
#9
Which gland is responsible for producing insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels?
Pancreas
ExplanationProduces insulin and glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels.
#10
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep?
Serotonin
ExplanationAssociated with the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep.
#11
Which part of the brain is responsible for processing and interpreting sensory information?
Parietal lobe
ExplanationProcesses and interprets sensory information.
#12
Which gland secretes the hormone melatonin?
Pineal gland
ExplanationSecretes the hormone melatonin.
#13
What is the neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward pathways in the brain?
Dopamine
ExplanationAssociated with pleasure and reward pathways in the brain.
#14
Damage to which part of the brain can result in language difficulties and impairments in speech production?
Broca's area
ExplanationResults in language difficulties and impairments in speech production.
#15
What is the primary function of the myelin sheath?
To insulate and speed up neural impulse conduction
ExplanationInsulates and speeds up neural impulse conduction.
#16
What is the role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
It regulates the secretion of hormones from the pituitary gland
ExplanationRegulates hormone secretion from the pituitary gland.
#17
Which part of the brain is associated with memory formation and spatial navigation?
Hippocampus
ExplanationAssociated with memory formation and spatial navigation.
#18
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling voluntary movements and coordination?
Cerebellum
ExplanationControls voluntary movements and coordination.